In a bold move, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) during his speech from the Red Fort. He emphasised that now is the right time for India to adopt the UCC for the betterment of the nation.
During his address on the 78th Independence Day, the Prime Minister underscored the Supreme Court’s repeated discussions and directives on the UCC, stating, “The Supreme Court has repeatedly addressed the Uniform Civil Code and issued directives multiple times.” He stressed that the implementation of the UCC is crucial and has strong support from the judiciary.
PM Modi further asserted that the nation must transition to a civil code that is “secular” rather than “communal,” describing the current civil code as divisive. “Many people in the country—and this is true—believe that the Civil Code we currently follow is, in fact, a communal one,” he said.
The Prime Minister also called for public input and suggestions on the UCC. “There should be widespread discussions, and everyone should share their opinions. Laws that divide the country along religious lines must be abolished, as they have no place in a modern society. The time has come for a secular civil code, which will free us from religious discrimination,” he urged.
This story is from the August 18, 2024 edition of The Sunday Guardian.
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